Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA):What are WEA messages?
. emergency messages sent by authorized
government alerting authorities
through your mobile carrier.What types of alerts will I receive?
# Extreme weather, and other
threatening emergencies in your area
# AMBER Alerts
# Presidential Alerts during a national emergencyWhat if I don't want to receive WEA messages?
. You can opt-out of receiving WEA messages for
imminent threats and AMBER alerts,
but not for Presidential messages.What does a WEA message look like?
WEA will look like a text message.
The WEA message will show the type and time of the alert,
any action you should take,
and the agency issuing the alert.How will I know the difference
between WEA and a regular text message?
WEA messages include a special tone and vibration,
both repeated twice.what will the National Weather Service send?
Tsunami Warnings
Tornado and Flash Flood Warnings
Hurricane, Typhoon, Dust Storm and Extreme Wind WarningsWhat are AMBER Alerts?
AMBER Alerts are urgent bulletins issued in
the most serious child-abduction cases.What should I do when I receive a WEA message?
Follow any action advised by the message.
Seek more details from local media or authorities.

Emergency Kit for Your Car
In case you are stranded,
keep a kit of emergency supplies in your car including
Water:
at least 1 gallon of water
per person a day for at least 3 days
Jumper cables:
might want to include flares or reflective triangle
Flashlights: with extra batteries
First Aid Kit:
remember any necessary medications,
baby formula and diapers;
Food: non-perishable food such as canned food,
and protein rich foods like nuts and energy bars
Manual can opener
Basic toolkit: pliers, wrench, screwdriver
Pet supplies: food and water
Radio: battery or hand cranked
Cat litter or sand: for better tire traction
Shovel, Ice scraper
Clothes: warm clothes, gloves, hat, sturdy boots,
jacket and an extra change of clothes for the cold
Blankets or sleeping bags
Charged Cell Phone: and car charger